| Keyword | Description |
|---|---|
| Hurricane Simon | A storm moving along Mexico’s Pacific coast with strong winds and rain. |
| Puerto Vallarta | A city in Mexico that might be affected by the hurricane. |
| Category 2 | A level of hurricane strength with winds of 96-110 mph. |
Hurricane Simon is a big storm moving along the Pacific coast of Mexico. It has strong winds and lots of rain, causing problems for places like Puerto Vallarta. On Sunday, Simon was a Category 2 hurricane, which means it had winds as strong as 110 mph (177 km/h). The storm was about 49.7 miles (80 km) from Puerto Vallarta on Monday morning.
The storm is slowly moving northwest and might get stronger again on Tuesday and Wednesday. People living in areas like Jalisco and Nayarit could see heavy rain and strong winds. The rain might cause flooding and mudslides, so it’s important for people to stay safe.
Waves as high as 16 feet (4.9 metres) are hitting the coast, which makes it dangerous to be near the ocean. President Claudia Sheinbaum asked people to listen to safety advice and be careful. There are warnings for these areas to watch out for the hurricane. Everyone should stay informed about the weather and be ready to leave if they need to.
Bridging words
These words sound similar in English and Spanish: Why not practice them now?
| English | Spanish |
|---|---|
| Hurricane | Huracán |
| Category | Categoría |
| Kilometer | Kilómetro |
Time to discuss
- Why is it important for people to stay informed about hurricanes?
- What can communities do to prepare for a hurricane?
- How do you think heavy rains can affect towns and cities?
Let’s Write
Answer the following questions in one paragraph.
- What safety measures should people take during a hurricane?
- Describe how a hurricane can impact the environment.
